Prepared through self-effort, as observers we need to be able to spot and leverage positive situations being created around us. This is the principle for attaining positive growth in any aspect of life.
It sometimes leads us to believe that we know everything. Therefore as part of our development, it is important to remain humble and associate with people who are more knowledgeable.
From vantage points spread across Laohuzui, observing the meticulously crafted rice terraces, I was reminded of the process of internal growth as I have understood.
During the turbulent 18th century, with the gradual collapse of the Mughal Empire and constant incursions by Afghan invaders into India, Sikhs became the de facto defenders of Punjab. During this period, Sikhs would congregate twice a year on Vaisakhi and Diwali at the Harminder Sahib.
The Sikh community has worked diligently in the West. The majority came after the second World War to help rebuild the country, many working in the industrial sectors.
These teachings are embedded into the painting in symbolic representations. Perhaps that's why this painting is huge - it is seven feet tall - or perhaps Guru Sahib's larger than life personality requires a larger than life portrait!
This painting depicts that epic moment when Baba Banda Singh ji Bahadur captures Wazir Singh, in order to bring Wazir Khan to justice for executing the Chotte Sahibzadey, the innocent children of Guru Gobind Singh ji.
A sneak peek behind the scenes of 'KAUR'. Find out how we made an animated short Sikh film. Meet the voices and the creators behind this unique project.
It seems that many young Sikh girls don't have a visual role model. We chose to animate the Mai Bhago story, because she represents the Sikh ideals of bravery, spirituality, and equality. We also created a character named "Saibhang" to relate this example to a modern girl with her own social challenges.